In principle, items that you carry with you and take out of Japan yourself can be eligible for a tax refund. For example:
- Clothing, shoes, and bags
- Cosmetics and medicines
- Food and beverages
- Home appliances and electronics
- Watches and clocks, crafts, and other general goods
Dining, accommodation, transportation, and other services are not eligible.
Gold or platinum bars, some precious metal coins, items that are not subject to consumption tax in the first place, and similar items are also not eligible.